Graco 286515 RAC 5 SwitchTip 515 Overview
The Graco 286515 RAC 5 SwitchTip 515 is a reversible airless spray tip designed for medium-viscosity coatings. It provides smooth, even coverage while minimizing overspray, ideal for interior and exterior latex paints, primers, and stains.
Key Features
- Orifice Size: 0.015 inch
- Fan Width: 10 to 12 inches
- Technology: SoftSpray for reduced overspray
- Reversible Tip: Easily clears clogs by twisting the tip
- Maximum Flow Rate: 0.24 GPM
- Maximum Working Pressure: 4,050 psi
- Tip Guard Compatibility: RAC 5 HandTite
Compatible Machines
The RAC 5 SwitchTip 515 fits Graco airless spray guns equipped with the RAC 5 HandTite tip guard:
- Graco Magnum X5
- Graco Magnum X7
- Graco ProX17 Stand & Cart Models
- Graco ProX19 Stand & Cart Models
- Graco ProX21 Stand & Cart Models
Ensure your spray gun has a compatible RAC 5 HandTite tip guard before use.
Benefits of RAC 5 SwitchTip 515
- Professional Finish: Smooth, even coating with clean edges
- Efficient Coverage: Wide fan pattern covers more surface quickly
- Reduced Overspray: SoftSpray technology minimizes paint waste
- Quick Maintenance: Reversible tip clears clogs instantly
- Durable Design: Hardened stainless steel tip ensures long life
Frequently Asked Questions
The “515” refers to a 0.015-inch orifice and a 10 to 12-inch fan width, suitable for medium-viscosity coatings.
It is compatible only with Graco spray guns equipped with a RAC 5 HandTite tip guard. Verify your gun’s tip guard before use.
Suitable for interior and exterior latex paints, primers, latex stains, and oil-based coatings.
Clean the tip after each use, and replace it when fan width decreases by 25% or coverage becomes uneven.
Tip Size Reference
| Tip Number | Orifice Size (inch) | Fan Width (approx.) | Recommended Use |
| 286413 | 0.013 | 8-10 inches | Light coatings such as stains and sealers |
| 286515 | 0.015 | 10-12 inches | Medium coatings like latex paints and primers |
| 286517 | 0.017 | 10-12 inches | Thicker coatings and exterior paints |
Select your tip based on coating type and sprayer capacity for optimal performance.
